Phil Prendergast (Labour)

I agree with many of the sentiments expressed by Senator Harris. The debate should be widened, however, to include the number of admissions of young people, particularly adolescents, to psychiatric units with drug induced psychosis and other effects of drug taking. It is another sad aspect of the drug scourge, which has been going on for quite some time.

I am also seeking a debate on the number of American companies located in Ireland. Has their stability been affected by the current downturn as well as the dollar-euro exchange rate? My concern stems from the decision by Abbott to relocate to the Middle East. In percentage terms, what is our dependency on American companies on both a regional and national basis? I would be pleased if the Leader would allow a debate on that issue.